TiE University Global Pitch competition

To connect rising entrepreneurs with seasoned innovators and leaders in our network, we empower individuals, guide startups through growth, and create value in communities.

TiE Carolinas calls on student entrepreneurs to join the TiE University program.

TiE University is connecting rising entrepreneurs with seasoned innovators and leaders in our network. We empower individuals, guide startups through growth, and create value in communities.

The student teams are mentored by real-world entrepreneurs and compete in a mock/practice round and a qualifying round in Q1. The final teams then go on to compete for cash prizes at TiE Finals, a pitch competition held every Spring. 

The winning team then goes on to the TiE University Global Pitchfest Competition held in Silicon Valley in May to compete with other TiE University teams from around the globe for the top prize of $50,000 and a cash prize pool of $100,000, plus in-kind awards of $500,000. 

The TiE-U Global Pitchfest event is held in conjunction with TiECON Silicon Valley in Santa Clara, California.